THE MUSIC AND MESSAGE OF CURTIS MAYFIELD AND THE IMPRESSIONS tells the incredible story of a great artist and one of the most important R&B groups of all time. One of the few musicians to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame more than once, Curtis Mayfield remains a music icon. His soulful melodies and powerful lyrics - popularized through his career as both a groundbreaking solo artist and as the lead singer and songwriter of the Impressions - helped pave the way for the urban grittiness of hip-hop and rap, and continue to inspire legions of fans.
Length: 58 minutes
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